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Compare 2021 Honda Civic Trims

The 2021 Honda Civic offers a range of trims from budget-friendly to fully loaded, all with efficient FWD options.

• Starting at $18,690
• Best MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 42 hwy
• Most Popular: Sport FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

LX FWD — "Who It's For"

The LX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want essential features without paying for extras. It's the most budget-friendly option in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $18,690 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 30 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 1,766 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View LX FWD listings

Sport FWD — "Who It's For"

The Sport FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of style and features without stepping up to the higher trims. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $19,755 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 29 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 4,795 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View Sport FWD listings

EX FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want enhanced fuel efficiency and features without going fully loaded.

• Avg. market price: $20,258 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 42 hwy
• Inventory: 931 listings
• View EX FWD listings

EX-L FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX-L FWD is the pick for shoppers who want premium features without the highest price tag.

• Avg. market price: $21,285 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 32 city / 42 hwy
• Inventory: 113 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View EX-L FWD listings

Touring FWD — "Who It's For"

The Touring FWD is the pick for shoppers who want the most features and luxury in a compact car.

• Avg. market price: $23,126 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 30 city / 38 hwy
• Inventory: 560 listings
• View Touring FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — Sport FWD

With 4,795 active listings, the Sport FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse Sport FWD listings

Best Budget Option — LX FWD

At $18,690 avg market price — below the lineup median of $20,258 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse LX FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — EX FWD

The EX FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup at 32/42 MPG.

Browse EX FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 17, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2021 Honda Civic cost?

Prices have softened 3.08% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,626 listings available, which gives you a solid pool to compare prices and equipment.

Is the 2021 Honda Civic a good car?

Yes — the 2021 Honda Civic earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Look and feel, Form and function, and Cost effectiveness.

Owners consistently praise its stylish design, great fuel economy, and comfortable ride, and they also like the spacious trunk and enjoyable driving experience. The overview reinforces that this Civic is appealing if you want an outgoing model with three body styles and a strong value proposition. The main trade-offs are the underwhelming base engine and the outdated technology, along with interior materials that can feel cheap. Even so, 30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which suggests there are still worthwhile opportunities in the market.

Is the 2021 Honda Civic reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The user feedback points to a car people trust for dependable daily use, with repeated praise for fuel economy, comfort, and an enjoyable ownership experience. The expert notes also emphasize that you know it will be reliable, fuel-efficient, and safe. Honda doesn’t advertise long warranty coverage or free maintenance here, so your long-term ownership risk mainly comes down to finding a well-kept example and avoiding neglected cars.

What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Honda Civic?

At 61.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.

You should run a vehicle history report before you commit, then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection if the car has any accident history or inconsistent service records. Focus on body condition, panel alignment, tire wear, and signs of interior wear, since those can reveal how the car was treated. If you’re comparing multiple listings, the cleanest example with the best maintenance history is usually the safer buy.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: LX trim is the most basic, with a 5-inch LCD screen, Bluetooth, and a 1.0-amp USB port, while Sport adds the 7-inch high-definition touchscreen, an eight-speaker sound system, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, text-messaging support, basic HondaLink connected services, and a more powerful 1.5-amp USB port. EX, EX-L, and Touring add the turbocharged engine, and Touring brings the most upscale tech and audio setup. If you want the best value, Sport is the trim that adds the biggest everyday usability upgrade over LX.
• Powertrain: LX and Sport use an adequate 2.0-liter four-cylinder with 158 horsepower and 138 pound-feet of torque, paired with a CVT and front-wheel drive. EX, EX-L, and Touring get a turbocharged 1.5-liter four-cylinder with 174 hp and 162 lb-ft of torque, and the expert says that engine gives the Civic all the power it needs.
• Safety package: Every Civic comes with Honda Sensing, which includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, Road Departure Mitigation, and Lane Keeping Assist System. Automatic high-beam headlights and a multi-angle reversing camera are also standard. LaneWatch is available starting with EX trim, and the IIHS Top Safety Pick designation applies only to Touring trim.
• Infotainment: LX gets a 5-inch LCD screen, Bluetooth, and a 1.0-amp USB port. Sport upgrades you to a 7-inch high-definition touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, text-messaging support, basic HondaLink connected services, an eight-speaker sound system, and a 1.5-amp USB port. Touring adds navigation with voice recognition, digital traffic, and a 10-speaker premium audio system.
• Fuel efficiency: The expert says the CVT helps fuel economy, and it averaged 34.8 mpg on a driving loop, beating the EPA estimate of 33 mpg in combined driving.

Which 2021 Honda Civic trim should I buy?

The 2021 Honda Civic is offered in 5 trim levels: LX, Sport, EX, EX-L, and Touring.

Here's the short version:

• LX: This is the entry point, but it feels basic with its 5-inch LCD screen, Bluetooth, and 1.0-amp USB port. It makes sense only if you want the lowest-cost Civic and can live without the better infotainment and convenience features.
• Sport: This is the best-value trim because it adds the 7-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, text-messaging support, HondaLink, an eight-speaker audio system, and a stronger USB port. It also gets the 18-inch wheels and center-mounted exhaust outlet, which give it a more appealing look and feel.
• EX: This trim is the first one to get the turbocharged 1.5-liter engine, plus HD Radio, SiriusXM satellite radio, and LaneWatch. It suits you if you want more power and a richer feature set without going all the way to the top.
• EX-L: This trim keeps the turbo engine and adds more comfort-oriented appeal, making it a good step up if you want a nicer daily driver without paying Touring money.
• Touring: This is the most fully equipped Civic, with navigation, voice recognition, digital traffic, and a 10-speaker premium audio system. It’s also the trim tied to the IIHS Top Safety Pick designation, so it’s the one to choose if you want the most complete package.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Honda Civic?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop carefully and still find decent opportunities.

• Deal availability: 30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,626 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.08% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 61.5% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $18,968, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2021 Honda Civic's resale value?

The current average of $19,474 sits slightly below last year's $20,093.

That softer pricing can help you buy more carefully now, but it also suggests the Civic has already absorbed some of its recent market value. If you plan to sell later, the model’s strong reputation for reliability, fuel economy, and broad appeal should help keep demand steady. The fact that it remains a popular, well-known compact car also supports resale strength over time.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2021 Honda Civic safe?

The 2021 Honda Civic earns a Top Safety Pick designation from the IIHS, and it earns five-star ratings in every single NHTSA assessment.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Honda Sensing is standard on every Civic and includes adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane departure warning, Road Departure Mitigation, and Lane Keeping Assist System. Automatic high-beam headlights and a multi-angle reversing camera are also standard. LaneWatch is available starting with EX trim, but there’s no traditional radar-based blind-spot warning system or rear cross-traffic warning system. The IIHS award applies only to Touring trim, which has the top-rated set of LED headlights.

Should I buy a 2021 Honda Civic or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2021 if:

• 30.6% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• At 61.5% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 3.08% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• Honda is retiring the 10th-generation Civic, making this the outgoing version with broad body-style choice.

Consider the 2020 if:

• At $18,724, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $19,474 average.
• It adds minor design tweaks and more standard safety and convenience features.

Consider the 2022 if:

• At $22,518, the 2022 costs more than the current year's $19,474 average.
• It was redesigned with stronger technology and a more modern overall package.

The bottom line: If you want the outgoing Civic with strong owner satisfaction, good safety, and a softer price trend, the 2021 is the smart default. If your budget is tighter, the 2020 can save you money, while the 2022 is the better path if you want the redesigned car and can pay more.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.